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13th February 25

On a bright and energetic morning, Dunottar’s Sixth Form Sports Leaders hosted an exciting indoor athletics event for enthusiastic Year 1 and Year 2 pupils. Designed to promote teamwork, confidence and physical activity, the event was a fantastic opportunity for younger pupils from nine local primary schools to develop their coordination, agility and sporting skills…

11th February 25

On Monday 10th February, our Year 10 pupils had the exciting opportunity to attend GCSE Science Live at the Brighton Dome, an event designed to enrich their understanding of science beyond the classroom. The day featured a series of inspiring lectures from some of the UK’s leading scientists, each sharing their groundbreaking research and insights…

4th February 25

A huge congratulations to all the pupils who took part in this term’s Live Lounge event! Once again, our talented musicians delivered an evening of truly special performances, showcasing their creativity, skill and passion for music. Among the many highlights was a standout rendition of Piano Man, where a pupil impressively accompanied themselves on both…

20th January 25

Christian Foley is an incredibly talented rapper, writer and teacher in the UK, inspiring people to chase their dreams in many unique styles. In the second week back, Year 10 were delighted enough to have Christian give us workshop about Power and Conflict poems that we had studied. He gave us some incredible remixes of…

20th January 25

Dunottar was delighted to host a regional heat for the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Top of the Bench Competition, a prestigious national event designed to challenge and inspire young chemists. The competition saw six schools enter teams of students from Years 9, 10 and 11, putting their practical, problem-solving and teamwork skills to the test….

15th January 25

On Thursday, 9th January, some of our talented music pupils filled the stunning St. Matthew’s Church with beautiful performances as part of their renowned Lunchtime Concert Series. From our exceptional music scholars to dedicated school musicians and two brilliant A-level students presenting their recital pieces, the concert truly showcased the incredible talent and hard work…

4th December 24

The Dunottar Saturday Music Academy Autumn Concert was a beautiful testament to the power of music to bring people together. Featuring the incredible talents of our young musicians, the evening was a celebration of their hard work, dedication and love for their craft. Family, friends and music enthusiasts gathered to witness performances that ranged from…

22nd November 24

Our Autumn Concert took place on Thursday 21st November and what an event it was! The performances were truly exceptional: all the pupils, from Year 7 up to Year 13, played with confidence and professionalism and to a really high standard. It was a real testament to the hard work and enthusiasm that they put…

8th November 24

Over the half term, pupils from Years 7 to 9 embarked on an exciting five-day Adventure Camp in the stunning Brecon Beacons, Wales. The camp was packed with activities that challenged our students and brought out their warrior characteristics in new settings. The adventure began with hikes through the picturesque landscapes, where pupils explored the…

8th November 24

On 7th November, Year 8 pupils from Dunottar School attended a performance of Murder on the Orient Express at Richmond Theatre. Not only was the excellent production just the ticket, but the behaviour of the year group was a runaway success. The trip, organised by Mrs Ballantyne, was designed to introduce pupils to elements of…